Not sure how to open a CD account? Find out what you need, how long it takes and the factors to consider before putting your funds into one.

Today's highest CD rate is 4.94% for a jumbo 6-month CD. CD rates from online banks are commonly twice as high as the ...

The Fed is likely to cut rates on September 17. Locking in a 6-month CD now before rates start to drop could prove to be a ...

Not sure if it's worth depositing $40,000 into a CD now? It can still be a smart move and, thanks to a fixed interest rate, ...

Kelly is a former editor for CNET Money covering banking. She has over 10 years of experience in personal finance and previously wrote for CBS MoneyWatch covering banking, investing, insurance and ...

"It's expected that CD rates will come down by the end of the year," says Krisstin Petersmarck, founder at New Horizon ...

Most CDs require at least $500 to $1,000 to open, though some have no minimum deposit requirements. Here are the minimum ...

CD rates are still near recent highs, with many offering more than 4.00% APY. The Fed is expected to start cutting rates later this year, which will mean a dip in CD rates. Locking in a rate now ...